Just got banded Aug 1!

Kiana38 · August 4, 2006

I didn't think the date would ever get here, and there were many obstacles in the way but I did it!!! I was very proud of myself because I am an anxious person by nature and didn't freak out either. I was calm, and determined, and ready.

This is day 3 and I am still in pain, lots of gurgling in my tummy, and I have no appetite. I might have had a couple small teaspoons of Tomato Soup so far. The liquid percocet I'm on does help to control the pain, though.

Is the tummy gurgling and unstable bowels normal?

When will I feel better?

paula · August 4, 2006

Hi Kiana, WELCOME to Bandland.

Is the tummy gurgling and unstable bowels normal?

Yep! Very normal... its the sounds of your body adjusting to a new formed tummy. You may want to start taking walks - it may help settle down the strange noises AND will help you pass the gas from surgery.

((hugs)) the hard part is over - getting banded!

BlueEyedGirl66 · August 2, 2007

I was just banded on August 1st. I have the same thing gurgling not much of an appetite.. but one other thing I do notice is that when I tried Jello and yogurt it hurt as soon as it hit my stomach.. the yogurt more than the jello... is that normal too?

The pain I feel is more int he center by my heart it feels bruised and as though it's tight hard to breathe from a mass being in there.. is that the same pain you are experiencing?